An Amtrak train on its way to Kansas City struck and killed a 14-year-old boy who was walking on the tracks in Kirkwood on Wednesday afternoon.

Police confirmed reports from the train's crew and passengers that the boy was wearing headphones and didn't respond when the crew sounded warnings to alert him. Amtrak said the incident involving the Missouri River Runner was under investigation.

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The boy's name has not been released.

The train, which was due to arrive at Union Station at 9:40 p.m., has been delayed by nearly three hours.